Tire Preservation?

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Tire Preservation?

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How long does it take tires(foam and rubber)to start deteriorating and how do you prevent it? I know storage conditions such as keeping them elevated and climate controlled, but what else? I'm more concerned for my foam tire shelfers than the rubber, but wonder about both. Suggestions/Tips?
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For foam rubber you need to keep some type of oilbased moisture in them such as WD-40 or mineral oil- otherwise they dry out and split

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Charlie don't surf wrote:For foam rubber you need to keep some type of oilbased moisture in them such as WD-40 or mineral oil- otherwise they dry out and split
Sounds good. Any suggestions for rubbers? (Besides use one the next time you're in Amsterdam! :oops: )
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Food grade silicone- ( even strawberry flavored )

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Charlie don't surf wrote:Food grade silicone- ( even strawberry flavored )
Well tomorrow is date night for me and the ol' lady. :mrgreen:

Jill- "Did you get some??"

Me- "Yeah, but I used it all."

Jill- "What do you mean you used it all?? :? :evil: "

Me- "Have you ever seen 20 year old tires this fresh?! :D "

GET OUT!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :evil:

Geez thanks a lot Reg, you've ruined date night. Are you happy?? :P

Good tips. Thanks as always! 8)
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Try Snozzberry flavor then, she won't care as much about it being gone

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Charlie don't surf wrote:Try Snozzberry
I'm allergic to Snozzberries. :(
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huh, well just stay away from the Fizzy Lifting drink and you should be ok, it really hinders date night-

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Charlie don't surf wrote:huh, well just stay away from the Fizzy Lifting drink and you should be ok, it really hinders date night-
Reminds me of an old joke... :lol:
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